Overview
- ClutchPoints’ latest MVP list slots Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at No. 1, Nikola Jokic at No. 2, Giannis Antetokounmpo at No. 3, Cade Cunningham at No. 4, and Luka Doncic at No. 5.
- Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 32.2 points with 41.2% from three and has propelled Oklahoma City to 17-1 despite frequently sitting fourth quarters.
- Jokic is averaging 30.4 points, 13.0 rebounds, and 10.8 assists on elite efficiency for 12-4 Denver, with injuries to Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun creating a near-term test of his impact.
- Detroit has opened 14-2 with a 12-game win streak as Cunningham posts 27.4 points and 9.9 assists, elevating his standing in early media evaluations.
- Doncic leads the league at 34.5 points per game with 8.9 assists and 8.8 rebounds for the 12-4 Lakers, while Milwaukee has gone 0-3 without Antetokounmpo due to a groin injury.